wheat belly

Read it a while ago, by all accounts it's scare-mongering.

Unless you have a diagnosed issue then there is no reason to, or metabolic magic in, restricting anything.

Read it a while ago, by all accounts it's scare-mongering.

Unless you have a diagnosed issue then there is no reason to, or metabolic magic in, restricting anything.

This.

No need to cut things out of your diet unless there is a medical need to do so. I've read the book... I think it's pretty much all crap. Don't waste time or money reading most diet books that are telling you a food group or ingredient is wrong.

Everyone seems to think now they shouldn't have gluten or wheat because it causes problems for SOME people.

Sunshine - does your belly stick out all the time, or is it especially after eating grains? I'm celiac - gluten intolerant. If I have too much bread, you can see my stomach swell... then I'm uncomfortable for a long time after. Unless you have those types of issues, there shouldn't be a need to cut those things.

I tried it, read it. He advocates completely eliminating, not just wheat, but:

Corn
Starches
Potatoes
A lot of fruit
Some veggies
Rice
Soy sauce
Milk
Cheese

Plus, mainly avoid meats, too. This isn't even a complete list!

Basically it's vegan and even extreme for vegans.

It made me nearly quit working on my bod. For me, it's unsustainable.

I still usually don't eat bread, but being told I can NEVER have it again is a sure fire way to make me nuts.

eh, I read it and I couldn't do it. I love cheese my wraps, and my occasional sub.
I think this eating is way more than low carb

I started to read it but couldn't finish it. I've been gluten free for over a year because I am intolerant and have reactions to it. However, in that year I did not lose any weight just by going gluten free, which means I was wheat free by default. In fact, I gained weight while I was experimenting with creating all these gluten free alternatives to the foods I had eaten before. I am grain free now because I still have some food intolerance issues that I'm trying to pin point so I end up being lower carb by default but I still don't think I'll magically lose weight because of it. Although, I am not eating as many calories because I get satisfied with a lot less it seems.

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I've been minimizing wheat (haven't cut out completely) and it has helped me restart weight loss after a plateau. So, big fan! But I haven't read the book. I'm also trying to keep sugar on the low side.

It doesn't have to be low carb, though. Potatoes, rice, certain veggies, etc...all have carbs. All I would say is try it and see how you feel. Mostly it helps you cut out a bunch of processed crap and empty calories like bread.

being told I can NEVER have it again is a sure fire way to make me nuts

Ha! Same. That's why I say I'm 'minimizing' X, Y or Z. Ultimately, it's silly to worry about someone telling you you can't have X, because it's all in your control unless you are deathly allergic.

I gained weight while I was experimenting with creating all these gluten free alternatives to the foods I had eaten before

Good point. If you do it cut out wheat, I wouldn't try to create fake versions of bread, etc...Just cut it out. If you look at the calorie counts for meals without, you'll be amazed that a big hunk of steak and some veggies is actually really low cal when you don't eat the bread. That's been my biggest revelation.

I know, another fad - but I started this in mid-June….and I have to say the results have been wonderful for me.
I have lost 14lbs (yes I have also reduced other carbs and sugars as well - but that was much easier after I eliminated wheat).

Beyond the weight loss - even more important to me has been:

I am never Hungry!!! Snacking between meals does not occur to me anymore
90% reduction in chronic joint pain (wrists, elbows, knees and back) = Amazing!!!
100% reduction in acid reflex (I thought it was because I was drinking so much homemade wine - I’m still drinking the wine and the Acid Reflux is gone!)
100% better sleep, fall asleep faster-stay asleep
No more brain fog
Much more energy.
I can breath through my nose! I had horses growing up and always thought I was slightly allergic to either hay, grain dust or the horses themselves but I loved them more than dealing with not being able to breath through my nose. After horses were gone I just thought I had never learned to breath through my nose so that is why I still could/did not..... Now I breath through my nose and take deep breaths - all happened without my even noticing until one day Eureka I realized I was!

I have not completely eliminated wheat but I try to avoid any obvious sources and do read lables very carefully. I am not particuarly intolerant - I can have some wheat and not experience the severe digestive issues some people do.

However, I have noticed that when I do choose to or inadvertanly eat wheat these symptoms reappear almost immediately:
joint pain
increased cravings for more carbs
stuffy head

Just two more points -

Lean meats and fats are a part of the Wheat Belly plan.

Dr. Davis also explains why people who go "gluten-free" often do not lose weight and may even gain weight - it is because of the other "junk carbs" that are often substituted for wheat in gluten free processed foods and mixes. (like potato starch, etc.)

Again, to each their own but I am in the camp where wheat reduction works for me!

This was one of the first things I noticed upon reading the recipes. I have to do low carb in addition & the recipes are far from it :laugh: sooo....yep.

It is not vegan. He highly encourages eating meats, fats, and a plethora of vegetables. Many, many people can attest to the fact that eliminating grains brought about better health in myriad ways.

I know those of us who have experienced the changes/improvements of a wheat reduced lifestyle will understand and those who haven't won't get this but wheat reduction in your food choices in not just about gluten. As I have said, I do not have a gluten intolerance - I don't have the tummy/digestive issues that gluten intolerant people have. But, I have experienced so many non-digestive improvements that mirror many of those who have tried wheat reduction or elimination. And I take issue with any one who thinks the decision to reduce or eliminate wheat from their food choices is not sustainable over a life span. For me wheat is no longer a food choice....perhaps like those who choose to not eat meat.